About
Dr. Soibatian is a Clinical Psychologist at West Los Angeles VA Medical Center and a Clinical Assistant Professor at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine. She also contributes to nonprofits as a Board Member for The Women's Empowerment Network and as a Wellness Leader for The Local Wellness Foundation.
Dr. Christina Soibatian is dedicated to helping individuals unlock their inner strength, find meaning, and achieve personal growth. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support individuals in their journey towards mental wellness.
Dr. Soibatian holds a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology, specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, and resilience. Her extensive training and clinical experience have equipped her with a deep understanding of human behavior, emotional well-being, and the intricate interplay between thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Driven by her passion for helping others, Dr. Soibatian is on a mission to provide individuals with a safe and supportive space for healing, growth, and transformation. Her strength-based practices are grounded in principles of building authenticity, community, safety, mindfulness, holistic health, empowered living, and valued-actions.
Drawing upon a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dr. Soibatian tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each individual. She believes in empowering her clients to identify their strengths, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop practical strategies for managing life's challenges.
With a warm and empathetic demeanor, Dr. Soibatian creates a nurturing environment where individuals feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. She believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship and strives to establish a strong alliance with her clients, fostering trust, collaboration, and genuine connection.
Dr. Christina Soibatian is honored to walk alongside individuals as they navigate their unique paths towards healing and growth. She is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of her clients, empowering them to discover their own strength, overcome challenges, and live a life of authenticity and fulfillment.
Education
BA - Psychology, Civic Engagement, University of California Los Angeles
MA - Clinical Psychology, DePaul University
PhD - Clinical-Community Psychology, DePaul University
Internship, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Trauma Fellowship, Rush University Medical Center
Selected Publications and Presentations
Stevens, N. R., Miller, M. L., Soibatian, C., Otwell, C., Rufa, A. K., Meyer, D. J., & Shalowitz, M. U. (2020). Exposure therapy for PTSD during pregnancy: a feasibility, acceptability, and case series study of Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET). BMC psychology, 8(1), 1-18.
Greeson, M., Soibatian, C., & Houston, J.D. (2018). Sexual Assault Responders’ Perceptions of Community Sociocultural Attitudes and their Impact on Providing an Effective Response to Sexual Assault. Psychology of Quarterly Women.
Houston, J. D., Soibatian, C., & Shattell, M. M. (2017). Advocates' experiences with media and the ways media shapes and perpetuates public perceptions of human trafficking. Journal of Interpersonal Violence.
Soibatian, C. & Wegrzyn, A. (2017). The impact of formal procedures on economic services for domestic violence survivors. In M. Greeson (Chair), Support System Responses to Violence Against Women. Symposiym presented at the 16th Biennial Conference of the Society for Community Research and Action. Ottawa, Canada.
Soibatian, C. (2016) Economic Empowerment Strategies for Domestic Violence Survivors. Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Quarterly Council Meeting. Springfield, IL.
Soibatian, C., Houston, J., & Greeson, M. R., (2015). The role of community sociocultural attitudes and norms in sexual assault response team (SART) effectiveness. In M. Greeson (Chair), Community level barriers and facilitators to collaborative group success: The case of sexual assault response teams (SARTs). Symposium presented at the Biennial Meeting of the Society for Community Research and Action, Lowell, MA.